Sony DSLR-A580 Instruction Manual (Large File - 11.45 MB) - Page 18

Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NPFM500H "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. Push the battery pack until it clicks. 2 Connect the power cord (mains lead). Light on: Charging Light off: Charge completed • The CHARGE lamp turns off when charging is finished. • Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F) is about 175 minutes. CHARGE lamp To a wall outlet (wall socket) Notes • The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery back or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range. • Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). • Do not try to charge the battery pack again right after it has been charged, or when it has not been used after being charged. Doing so will affect the performance of the battery pack. 18